# Democrats’ midterm sweep opens path to bypassing Electoral College by 2028

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/democrats-midterm-sweep-opens-path-to-bypassing-electoral-college-by-2028/
- Published: 2026-11-08T13:00:09+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-08T14:42:34+00:00
- Original publisher: Fox News (publisher lean: Right)
- Original article: https://www.foxnews.com/politics/democrats-midterm-sweep-opens-path-bypassing-electoral-college-2028
- Topics: Americas, Elections, Politics, World

## Key points

- Democrats’ state gains could put the compact over the 270-vote threshold.
- Four states could raise its tally from 222 to 272 electoral votes.
- The compact’s legality and need for congressional approval remain disputed.

## Summary

Democrats’ recent state-level gains have brought the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact closer to taking effect, potentially changing how participating states allocate their presidential electors by the 2028 election. If activated, the compact would direct those states to award their electors to the winner of the nationwide popular vote, while leaving the Electoral College formally in place.

The compact has been enacted by 18 states and Washington, D.C., representing 222 electoral votes, 48 short of the 270 required. Michigan, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin and Nevada could add 50 votes and take it to 272; Arizona could raise the total further if Democrats gain control of both legislative chambers there. Supporters say states can choose how to appoint electors, while critics argue the agreement may need congressional approval and could face constitutional challenges.

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